CPSC: Yamaha SRVenture DX Snowmobiles

On 2018-08-22, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) published
a cpsc regarding Yamaha SRVenture DX Snowmobiles due to a potential Injury hazard.
This product sold new beginning in October 2017 for about $14600.

About
100 units are involved in this Yamaha Motor U.S.A. mobile recall.
Learn more and find out what to do if you own this product below.

This was the 2nd recall of products in the Snowmobiles category in 2018.
Since 2005, there have been approximately 50 similar recalls,
involving about 400,000 product units.

Note: The recalling company may not have provided images for every model. Please review the detailed description below.

Company Contact Information:

Website: http://www.yamahamotorsports.com/Phone: 800-962-7926

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What is the problem?

The passenger handgrips can come loose during operation of the snowmobile, increasing the risk that the passenger could lose balance and fall, resulting in severe injury.

How can I tell if I own this product?

This recall involves 2018 model SRVenture DX (SRT1NJ) snowmobiles. The recalled snowmobiles were sold in a gray and blue color and have a vehicle identification number (VIN) between 4UF8MU107JT000101 and 4UF8MU106JT000364. The model name can be found on the left and right sides of the front cowling. The vehicle identification number (VIN) and the model name/code are stamped on the frame (tunnel) near the right foot well of the snowmobile.

These items were sold new+ Exclusively at Yamaha snowmobile dealers nationwide from October 2017 through June 2018 for about $14,600.

What should I do if I own this recalled product?

First, stop using the item.

Then, add the item to a free, private Items I Own account.
This will enable you to easily access the CPSC and recalling company's remedy instructions as well as track your progress toward getting the item returned or fixed.
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The CPSC provides the following remedy information:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact a Yamaha snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.

This recall involves 2018 model SRVenture DX (SRT1NJ) snowmobiles. The recalled snowmobiles were sold in a gray and blue color and have a vehicle identification number (VIN) between 4UF8MU107JT000101 and 4UF8MU106JT000364. The model name can be found on the left and right sides of the front cowling. The vehicle identification number (VIN) and the model name/code are stamped on the frame (tunnel) near the right foot well of the snowmobile.

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Incidents & Injuries Reported as of Recall Date

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CPSC recall announcement.
This is especially true for items purchased in online marketplaces, resale shops or yard sales.
More information may be available
at CPSC.gov.

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